inclusive

adjective

in-ˈklü-siv How to pronounce inclusive (audio)
Definition of inclusivenext
as in comprehensive
covering everything or all important points a butterfly expert with an inclusive knowledge of his subject

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Recent Examples of inclusive Critics argue that loosening physical and grooming requirements was an effort to make the military more inclusive and broaden recruitment efforts at a time when enlistment numbers have struggled. — Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025 The Post Office Department, like the rest of the federal government, updated its policies to become more inclusive in its hiring practices over the centuries. — Sarah Prager, JSTOR Daily, 12 Mar. 2025 The agreement comes as Julani’s promises of an inclusive, secular, democratic state look more unlikely than ever. — Brady Knox, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 11 Mar. 2025 The participants in this group will be carefully selected to promote new, diverse, inclusive and gender-balanced voices. — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 5 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inclusive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inclusive
  1. comprehensive
  2. full
  3. panoramic
Adjective
  • The first-of-its-kind initiative provides eligible WTA players with the financial support and comprehensive resources to start or expand their families, according to the tennis body.
    — Aleks Klosok, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
  • That's in part because Medicare, which is available to people who are 65 or older, provides enrollees with relatively comprehensive coverage.
    — Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of comprehensive
Adjective
  • Boston will take a slightly different approach by announcing the name in a few weeks and the full crest in the summer.
    — Meg Linehan, The Athletic, 15 Mar. 2025
  • Check out the full collection below from the brand that topped our list of the best nonstick cookware sets.
    — Clint Davis, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of full
Adjective
  • Later this year, the property will open its rooftop terrace, serving lunch and dinner with panoramic views of Lecce.
    — Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The hotel’s rooftop garden is a good spot to relax with a drink while taking in panoramic views of the city.
    — Judy Koutsky, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Definition of panoramic

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